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3 Life Lessons You Can Learn From Steve Jobs

3 Life Lessons You Can Learn From Steve Jobs

By Keeley TanPublished 3 years ago 3 min read
3 Life Lessons You Can Learn From Steve Jobs
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Great leaders have different ways of motivating their teams. Steve Jobs was known for his “reality distortion field”, where he made everyone feel like they were the only one in the world who understood what they just created. He was one of the most influential and successful entrepreneurs in the history of business. He also had an uncanny ability to connect with people and inspire them to do their best work. Here are some life lessons you can learn from Steve Jobs:

Be Prepared to Make Sacrifices

When you run your own business, there are certain things that you will have to give up in order to succeed. It may be time away from family or friends, slower paychecks or less-than-ideal working conditions.

You will have to put in a lot of hard work and long hours. You will also have to deal with some uncertain times. However, if you are willing to make the necessary sacrifices, running your own business can be a rewarding experience. By taking the time to plan out your business idea, you will be able to avoid many of the pitfalls that plague startups. You will also be able to enjoy some of the benefits that come with owning your own business, such as more flexibility and financial freedom.

While these sacrifices may be difficult at first, they are necessary if you want to build a successful career for yourself.

Do Things That Scares You

Do things that scare you because they will force you to grow and push your limits.

Sharing your passion with the world is a great way to build a following. It can also be scary because it takes a lot of courage to put yourself out there. No one wants to feel foolish or expose their weaknesses, but sharing your story can be very rewarding.

The more you share, the more people will see how strong you are. They will see that you are not afraid to take risks and that you have a strong desire to make a difference in the world. One way to overcome fear is to do things that scare you. By pushing yourself outside of your comfort zone, you will develop a thick skin and learn new skills.

You will also grow as a person by learning how to deal with rejection and failure. By doing things that scare you, you will become stronger and more confident. So instead of avoiding challenges, embrace them!

Surround Yourself With Smart People

Surround yourself with smart people who can challenge you and help you grow. While it's important to surround yourself with smart people, it's also important to choose people who are going to push you and challenge you.

If you're constantly surrounded by yes-men, you're not going to be able to grow as much as you could if you're around people who will challenge you. Certain personality traits can make someone a good fit for this type of environment.

When you surround yourself with smart people, you will be able to see problems before they happen and learn from each other’s mistakes. You will also be able to share ideas, solve problems, and make decisions.

When looking for smart people to connect with, consider the following factors: Experience: Smart people have experience in their field and know how things work. They are also likely to have good judgment and common sense.

Connections: Smart people tend to be well connected within their organizations or communities. People who already know each other are more likely to connect with each other than people who don’t know each other. Intellect: Smart people tend to have higher levels of intellect than non-smart people. They are also more likely to have a college degree or higher level of education than non-smart people.

Conclusion

You can't be successful if you're not willing to make sacrifices. You can't be successful if you don't take some risks. Be prepared to sacrifice some things in order to succeed in your career.

You'll have to decide what's most important to you and give it up in order to be successful. That doesn't mean you have to give up everything, but you should be willing to try new things, push yourself, and grow. If you're not willing to try new things, then you will never truly be able to succeed.

It's also important to realize that sometimes you'll have to make difficult decisions. But that doesn't mean you have to give up on your dreams. In the end, it will be worth it.

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About the Creator

Keeley Tan

Chartered Accountant (Singapore). I write about personal finance, personal development, and about my financial journey.

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